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JWF 329W

1980 Triumph T140

Black Petrol 744cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 Nov 2026
Tests22 (21 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.5%

Mileage

57,373 mi
Last recorded57,373 miles
Recorded on6 Nov 2025
Typical for 1980 Triumph T14021,170 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJWF 329W
MakeTriumph
ModelT140
Year1980
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine744cc

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MOT History

21 pass 1 fail
Pass 6 Nov 2025 57,373 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2024 57,258 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2023 57,086 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2022 56,984 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2021 56,791 miles

Rear cracking of side wall on rear tyre.

Pass 20 Oct 2020 56,611 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2019 56,471 miles
Fail 21 Oct 2019 56,471 miles

Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 30 Oct 2018 56,128 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2017 55,481 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2016 55,100 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2015 54,651 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2014 53,871 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2013 53,026 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2012 52,261 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2011 51,030 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 5 Nov 2010 49,323 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2009 48,198 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2008 47,421 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2007 46,854 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2006 45,994 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2005 45,339 miles

How Reliable is the Triumph T140?

Based on 4,464 MOT tests across 653 vehicles.

88.1%
Pass Rate
249
Miles/Year
53
Year Lifespan
653
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 24
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 21
position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on 20
Direction indicator not working 19
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 17
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JWF 329W is a 1980 Triumph T140 in Black with a 744cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95.5%.

Across all 1980 Triumph T140 models, the average MOT pass rate is 88.2% with a typical mileage of 21,170 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Triumph T140 fails its MOT is stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies, accounting for 24 recorded failures. If you're considering buying JWF 329W, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Triumph T140 typically stays on UK roads for around 53 years. At 46 years old, this Triumph T140 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of JWF 329W?

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What year was JWF 329W registered?

JWF 329W is a 1980 Triumph T140, first registered on 5 September 1980.

Is JWF 329W safe to buy?

The MOT history for JWF 329W shows 22 tests with a 95.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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